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1. Official Broadcasters & Streaming Services
The NHL has official broadcasting partners that offer legal streaming options for games. Hereโs where you can watch:- Sportsnet (Canada) โ If you’re in Canada, Sportsnet is a primary broadcaster of Maple Leafs games. You can stream via Sportsnet NOW.
- TSN (Canada) โ Some regional games may be available on TSN, depending on location.
- ESPN & TNT (USA) โ NHL games, including Blackhawks vs. Maple Leafs matchups, may air on ESPN+, TNT, or ABC.
- NHL Network (USA & International) โ Some games are broadcast on NHL Network.
- NBC Sports Chicago (Local Broadcast) โ For fans in Chicago, this regional network carries Blackhawks games.
- Bally Sports Midwest & Ontario Regional Channels โ Depending on blackout restrictions, regional sports networks may also broadcast games.
2. Streaming Services That Offer NHL Games
If you donโt have cable, you can still stream the game legally using these services:- ESPN+ (US Only) โ ESPN+ streams hundreds of NHL games per season, including some Leafs and Blackhawks games.
- Sportsnet NOW (Canada) โ A direct subscription allows you to watch without a cable package.
- Hulu + Live TV โ Offers access to ESPN, TNT, and other sports networks.
- YouTube TV โ Provides live access to NHL games through channels like ESPN and TNT.
- FuboTV โ Carries NHL Network, ESPN, and regional sports networks.
- Sling TV โ Offers NHL broadcasts through its Sling Orange + Sports Extra package.
- NHL Live (International Streaming) โ NHL fans outside North America can subscribe to NHL Live or other international providers.
3. NHL.TV (Out-of-Market Games & International Streaming)
For those outside local broadcast areas, NHL.TV offers live and on-demand streaming of out-of-market games. However, local blackout restrictions may apply.4. Free & Legal Streaming Options
Some options to legally stream NHL games for free include:- Network Free Trials โ Many services like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV offer free trials for new users.
- Local TV Apps โ If a game is broadcast on a local channel, their respective apps (such as the CBC app in Canada) may offer free streaming.
- NHL Game Highlights on YouTube โ If you miss the game, you can watch extended highlights on the NHLโs official YouTube channel.